While only fishing for sport during his time in grade school and college, Michael's true passion for fly fishing was fully developed during the five years he spent living in Colorado. During this time, Michael worked full-time for a fly-fishing outfitter and guide service and averaged more than 80 trips a season. These trips included full-day and half-day wade, float and hike-in trips, as well as instructional lessons and casting demonstrations on the techniques of fly fishing.

In addition to this experience, Michael was a featured fly tier for the popular fly fishing website Midcurrent.com for two years and a guide for the Biltmore Estate's Fly Fishing School in Asheville, NC.

Michael is an IFFF Certified Casting Instructor and also certified in First Aid and CPR. His additional certifications include On-River Training, Water Safety and Boating Safety Certification.

Be sure to visit Michael's youtube channel for some of his latest fly tying videos.